The objective of the argumentative essay is to explain to the reader why the writer takes the position she/he does on a particular topic and to demonstrate why her/his judgments and arguments are valid.
For this assignment, choose either "California Blues" or "The Pets we Love--and Drug" (both found on this blogspot) to read in their entirety. As you read the article, locate the thesis of the paper. (If it is not explicitly expressed, what do you think the writer hopes to prove with his paper?) Also, look for the arguments that the author makes throughout his article to support his thesis.
After you have completed reading 1 article, copy the article and paste it into a Word Document or a Google Doc. Then, highlight or underline the thesis and the arguments found within the article. Once you've located the arguments you must write whether or not each one is using Pathos, Logos, or Ethos. You will be graded on whether or not you're able to locate a thesis (central point or idea) and how many arguments you're able to fine.
Email your completed assignments to: MrsLarson322@gmail.com In order to receive credit, your assignment must be submitted by 3pm on Thursday, September 29th.
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